Below in Related Links is an article entitled Latchkey Kids Age Limits which provides one guideline from a California agency representative who suggests that 8 year olds and over can be left at home for up to several hours (usually after school before a parent gets home from work). This site also provides a state by state comparison with references.
The age of consent in Colorado is 17. States have various ages of consent all between 16 and 18 years of age.
18 The legal age of majority for Colorado is 18.
California currently does not have any laws that specify how old a child has to be to be left home alone. It is ultimately left up to the parents to make this decision.
Colorado does not have a legal age set. However, in general, authorities believe that a 12 or 13 year old can watch one or two younger kids for a few hours during the day. how long during the night
There are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages, but many state agencies have published guidelines. Georgia, Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with very specific ages. Typically 8 year olds and over can be left at home for up to several hours (usually after school before a parent gets home from work). 12 years old appears to be the most common recommendation. http://www.latchkey-kids.com/latchkey-kids-age-limits.htm provides a state by state comparison.
In Ohio, there is no specific age limit set for latchkey kids. It is up to parents or guardians to determine if their child is mature and responsible enough to be left alone at home. However, the general guideline is around 12 years old. It is important to consider the child's maturity, safety, and ability to handle emergencies before making this decision.
the age is 14.
Carol A Hartman has written: 'Comparing a school sponsored latchkey program and self care' -- subject(s): School-age child care, Latchkey children
Waln K. Brown has written: 'The other side of delinquency' 'Latchkey Kids'
The age of Colorado is 17 or either 18.
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The median age in Colorado is around 36 years old. This means that half of the population is younger than 36 and half is older.
There is no minimum age restriction for the sales of tobacco in Colorado.
The same age as boys. In Colorado, the age of majority is 18. Until then the parents are responsible for them.
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